by Chude Jideonwo You wouldn’t think it looking up at the endless commercials on CNN – Malawi as a new tourist destination, Uganda as a hot spot for business expansion and Nigeria with its open arms for investment. You won’t feel it when you read about The Economist’s successful conferences in Lagos, the Forbes Africa... Read More

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The controversy continues: Did Bishop T.D Jakes fall under a $1 million anointing? (WATCH)

by Akan Ido Tongues continue to wag at the image of Hollywood filmmaker, Tyler Perry laying hands on popular bishop of the Potter’s House Church, T. D Jakes. Bishop Jakes had last weekend brought his MegaFest inspirational event to Dallas which included various events featuring Oprah Winfrey, Steve Harvey and Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds, to name a few. One... Read More

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August 1, 2013

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Scandal star actress, Kerry Washington tops Vanity Fair Best-Dressed List (PHOTOS)

Kerry Washington might be the “luckiest broad in Hollywood” — but now she’s also the luckiest broad in fashion! Vanity Fair has released its 2013 International Best-Dressed List and the “Scandal” actress has nabbed the #1 spot. Can’t say we’re surprised — Kerry has definitely been lighting up the red carpet, magazine covers (VF’s August issue was super HOT)... Read More

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July 14, 2013

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“I am broken-hearted…”: 3 heartbreaking tweets which mirrors the grief felt by Trayvon Martin’s father

by Isi Esene Just after George Zimmerman was found not guilty of killing Trayvon Martin yesterday night, the victim’s father exprssed his emotions in heartbreaking tweets in reaction to the verdict. Read his tweets below: God blessed Me & Sybrina with Tray and even in his death I know my baby proud of the FIGHT we along... Read More

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July 4, 2013

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Meagan Good stuns as she presents BET gospel award in a dress cut to her navel

While there were plenty of standout style moments at the 2013 BET Awards on Sunday night, it was actress Meagan Good’s barely-there gown that stole the show. The 31-year-old wore a royal blue Michael Costello gown with a plunging neckline that nearly reached her navel and a super high slit to her upper thigh. Leaving very... Read More

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May 24, 2013

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Supermodel, Naomi Campbell turns 43 and still has the best legs in the business (LOOK)

Naomi Campbell is still on top of her game. After nearly 30 years as one of the fashion industry’s biggest supermodels, the London born-and-bred beauty shows no signs of slowing down. She’s still hitting the runway, snagging major fashion campaigns, posing topless and recently added TV producer and star to her growing list of accomplishments. Although there have been plenty of bumps (or... Read More

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May 14, 2013

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Sigh: Nicki Minaj is back to wearing costumes (PHOTOS)

Looks like Nicki Minaj is back to her costume-wearing ways. But for good reason. The “High School” rapper is gracing the June/July cover of Teen Vogue! Although It’s been over a decade since Nicki was actually a teen, she certainly knows how to showoff her youthful spirit. The star, who describes her style as “euphoric, girly and powerful,” got... Read More

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May 11, 2013

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Erm, what on earth is Willow Smith wearing here? (LOOK)

Willow Smith regularly expresses herself through bold fashion statements and shocking hairdos. On Thursday night, the “Whip My Hair” singer offered up yet another eye-catching look for the 15th Annual From Slavery to Freedom Event in Los Angeles. Dressed in a black-and-white Chanel jumpsuit (Miley Cyrus was also caught rocking it), cropped leather jacket, bowler hat, pointy-toed spike heels... Read More

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May 9, 2013

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Kelly Rowland turns up the heat with (almost) nude album cover (LOOK)

Kelly Rowland has revealed the, well, revealing cover art for her new album “Talk A Good Game.” The 31-year-old singer shows some major skin in the black-and-white image while striking a pose in a sheer long-sleeved blouse and black panties. If not for Kelly’s long, strategically placed hair, the star would have been completely exposed. Talk... Read More

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May 1, 2013

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50 and FABULOUS: Hollywood’s Vanessa Williams stuns in red gown (LOOK)

Vanessa Williams stepped out on Monday night to attend the National Corporate Theatre Fund 2013 Awards Gala in New York City–and to remind the world what it means to be 50 and fabulous. Vanessa, who was honored with the event’s Theatre Artist Award, looked ravishing in a red Azadeh gown. The body-hugging design showed off the star’s... Read More

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April 28, 2013

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Bad belle? Actress blasts (or is it mocks?) Tyler Perry for casting Kim Kardashian in latest film (READ)

I found it interesting that Tyler did that with Temptation, hiring Kim Kardashian because she has 16 million Twitter followers, which would seem like a brilliant marketing plan. He has one of the biggest Twitter personalities out there in his movies, and he had one of the worst box office weekends…It’s not a failure,... Read More

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April 27, 2013

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Her gift makes a way: Lauryn Hill signs new record deal with Sony, pays off tax debt (READ STATEMENT)

Lauryn Hill says she has signed with Sony to pay her overdue taxes. Hill pleaded guilty last year to not paying federal taxes on $1.8 million earned from 2005 to 2007. The 37-year-old posted on her Tumblr blog late Thursday that she “signed a new record deal, and that I did this to pay taxes.”... Read More

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April 27, 2013

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WATCH OUT! Nicki Minaj ready to do something she’s never done before

“The Other Woman” has stacks on deck like it’s saving up. On the heels of casting Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann and Kate Upton in the revenge comedy, 20th Century Fox has hired Nicki Minaj for the film. According to THR, Minaj will play Diaz’s “opinionated assistant.” (Is there any other kind?) “The Other Woman” will mark Minaj’s big-screen... Read More

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April 20, 2013

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“Dark-skinned male”: Boston bombing suspects’ ethnicity a major topic in the media (READ)

As the search continues for Boston bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the country has begun to dig deeper into details of the suspects’ lives, and one topic has repeatedly come into question–race. After Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev were identified by the authorities as suspects, details emerged online, providing more information about the two young men. The brothers, who are originally from... Read More

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April 7, 2013

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“I would be a great father… in 2 years” – Tyler Perry, 43, confesses to Steve Harvey (WATCH)

Throughout the course of his career, Tyler Perry has accumulated a tremendous amount success, not to mention topping Forbes magazine’s 2011 list as “entertainment’s highest paid man.” Despite all the accolades, fame and fortune, there’s still one thing that the Hollywood titan strives to become in the future–a father. During today’s episode of “The Steve... Read More

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April 7, 2013

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Trayvon Martin’s family settle wrongful death suit with community for a reported excess of $1 million

Trayvon Martin’s family has reached a settlement in a wrongful death suit they filed against the homeowners association of the sub-division where Martin was killed, the Orlando Sentinel reports. Martin was shot to death just steps from his father’s home on Feb. 26, 2012, by volunteer neighborhood watchman George Zimmerman. The case drew national attention... Read More

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March 30, 2013

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‘Brown Skin’ singer India Arie accused of lightening skin, ‘Cocoa Butter’ cover creating controversy (LOOK)

Is that you, India Arie? The 37-year-old star is almost unrecognizable in the cover image from her new single “Cocoa Butter,” which is causing a lot of backlash and many to believe that she has been lightening her skin. This is quite a shock considering the afro-centric R&B singer is known for promoting black beauty– most notably expressed in... Read More

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March 15, 2013

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Unzipped! Nicki Minaj like you’ve never seen her before (LOOK)

Nicki Minaj is on a mission to be “taken more seriously” when it comes to her style. Thank goodness! And she’s debuting her new toned-down look in a big way–on the cover of ELLE. The rapper poses sans her signature pink wig and ridiculous costumes for ELLE’s April 2013 issue. The cover line promises “The... Read More

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March 6, 2013

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FBI files on Whitney Houston released (CLICK)

The FBI has released its files on a trio of investigations the agency conducted on behalf of Whitney Houston. All Categories The records released Monday show the agency conducted one investigation into an alleged extortion attempt in 1992, but agents and prosecutors determined no crime occurred. Agents also found no evidence of criminal threats to... Read More

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March 6, 2013

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“Shameless, bad faith attempt to abuse the legal system”: Michael Jordan responds to paternity lawsuit

Basketball hall of famer Michael Jordan asked a Georgia court on Monday to dismiss a paternity suit against him, calling it a “shameless, bad faith attempt to abuse the legal system.” Jordan’s lawyer John Mayoue said in a document filed in Fulton County Superior Court that the six-time NBA champion is not the father of... Read More

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March 6, 2013

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Ashanti takes the black-and-white trend to the extreme – Like it or hate it? (SNAPSHOT)

Ashanti clearly got the memo that high contrast ensembles are all the rage. The Grammy Award-winning singer was spotted outside MTV Studios in New York City on Monday rocking black-and-white from head-to-toe. Ashanti,who just landed a role on Lifetime’s “Army Wives,” teamed a striped, floral Balmain top and matching harem pants with a pair of checkered Givenchy... Read More

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March 3, 2013

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Cece Winan’s nephew, Michael Winans Jr. jailed 14 years for $8 million fraud targeting churches

Michael Winans Jr., of the popular Gospel-singing Winans family, was sentenced this week to nearly 14 years in prison for taking advantage of “good, decent church-going people” in an $8 million ponzi scam carried out in Christian churches. “Fraud on good, decent church-going people – that was very, very troubling to me,” said U.S. District... Read More

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February 10, 2013

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“I’m retiring from music and I want to play a lesbian” – Toni Braxton

Singer, songwriter, reality star and actress Toni Braxton may have announced plans to retire from music — but the Grammy winner still has a few tricks left up her sleeve. The mother of two told theGrio’s entertainment editor Chris Witherspoon that she doesn’t want to record any more albums, but hopes to focus on acting instead.... Read More

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November 13, 2012

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Did Alicia Keys pull off the sheer dress look? You decide (PHOTOS)

by Rachel Ogbu Alicia Keys appeared at the 2012 MTV Europe Music Awards in one of Stella McCartney’s wildly popular “Miracle” dresses. A few celebrities have worn the same bodycon frocks but Alicia’s green and black version of the flattering design, which she paired with Gianvito Rossi pumps and a Repossi necklace, was a daring step considering... Read More

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Chude Jideonwo writes in the Huffington Post: Why Africa’s Y! generation has refused to give up

The controversy continues: Did Bishop T.D Jakes fall under a $1 million anointing? (WATCH)

Scandal star actress, Kerry Washington tops Vanity Fair Best-Dressed List (PHOTOS)

“I am broken-hearted…”: 3 heartbreaking tweets which mirrors the grief felt by Trayvon Martin’s father

Meagan Good stuns as she presents BET gospel award in a dress cut to her navel

Supermodel, Naomi Campbell turns 43 and still has the best legs in the business (LOOK)

Sigh: Nicki Minaj is back to wearing costumes (PHOTOS)

Erm, what on earth is Willow Smith wearing here? (LOOK)

Kelly Rowland turns up the heat with (almost) nude album cover (LOOK)

50 and FABULOUS: Hollywood’s Vanessa Williams stuns in red gown (LOOK)

Bad belle? Actress blasts (or is it mocks?) Tyler Perry for casting Kim Kardashian in latest film (READ)

Her gift makes a way: Lauryn Hill signs new record deal with Sony, pays off tax debt (READ STATEMENT)

WATCH OUT! Nicki Minaj ready to do something she’s never done before

“Dark-skinned male”: Boston bombing suspects’ ethnicity a major topic in the media (READ)

“I would be a great father… in 2 years” – Tyler Perry, 43, confesses to Steve Harvey (WATCH)

Trayvon Martin’s family settle wrongful death suit with community for a reported excess of $1 million

‘Brown Skin’ singer India Arie accused of lightening skin, ‘Cocoa Butter’ cover creating controversy (LOOK)

Unzipped! Nicki Minaj like you’ve never seen her before (LOOK)

FBI files on Whitney Houston released (CLICK)

“Shameless, bad faith attempt to abuse the legal system”: Michael Jordan responds to paternity lawsuit

Ashanti takes the black-and-white trend to the extreme – Like it or hate it? (SNAPSHOT)

Cece Winan’s nephew, Michael Winans Jr. jailed 14 years for $8 million fraud targeting churches

“I’m retiring from music and I want to play a lesbian” – Toni Braxton

Did Alicia Keys pull off the sheer dress look? You decide (PHOTOS)

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